NY HELP No Agency University at Buffalo Title C250020 - Service & Repair Assistant (HVAC-R) - Campus Operations Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance Salary Grade 09 Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range From $41399 to $41399 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 40 Workday From 7 AM To 3:30 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Erie Street Address xxx City Buffalo State NY Zip Code 14214 Duties Description Position Summary: The Service & Repair Assistant (HVAC-R) is a first-line position in which the candidate should expect to spend a majority of their time in the field assisting a Trades Generalist in responding to daily service requests (work orders) in support of the University’s HVAC energy management equipment that consists of chillers, boilers, air handlers, direct expansion (DX) units, VAV boxes, fin radiation, fan coils, exhaust fans, heat pumps, humidifiers, heat recovery units, variable speed drives, hydronic pumps, other HVAC equipment and the direct digital control system that manages the equipment.Key responsibilities include:• Respond to daily service requests (work orders)• Assist journey level trades to diagnose, troubleshoot and service building automation systems (BAS) and electrical/mechanical equipment of all types found on campus. These are mechanical, electrical and computerized equipment used to perform energy management and HVAC climate control• Use computer to document service work performed• Assist journey level trades in the removal or installation of electrical/mechanical building control equipment and systems• Assist journey level trades involved in all facets of small mechanical equipment and BCS projects• Provide high level of customer serviceLearn more:• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Non-competitive: two years of experience in heating, plumbing, steam-fitting, electrical, air-conditioning or refrigeration work, under the supervision of a journey level tradesperson, or completion of a two-year technical school course in heating, refrigeration or air-conditioning.When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.Departmental Operating Needs:The incumbent must have an electrical and mechanical aptitude with a basic understanding of the concepts of building automation systems.The successful candidate must:• Detail their qualifications and explain their skills and competency for this position• Communicate well with other employees and customers• Possess and have demonstrated positive customer service skills• Understand and follow written and oral instructions• Be willing and able to respond to after hour calls resulting from equipment and system failures that may arise at any time of day or any day of the week• Must possess basic knowledge of electrical and mechanical equipment used in building automation systems (BAS) and demonstrate proficiency in the safe use of hand and power tools required to perform work tasksThe incumbent may be required to work during adverse weather conditions to ensure continuous operation of University electrical/mechanical BAS equipment.Since the activities of other employees depend upon the availability of the employee in this position, reliable attendance is a factor that will be considered when filling this vacancy.Physical Demands:Must be physically able to perform all the duties of this position as outlined in the Position Summary. Bending, twisting, ability to transport 50 pounds, ascend/descend ladders, access equipment located on mezzanines, catwalks, basements and crawlspaces. Ability to work off ladders, scaffolding, in confined spaces and/or where air monitoring may be required. Work in loud/noisy dusty/dirty environments. Work with or around high-pressure steam, high-voltage electrical systems and rotating equipment.Preferred Qualifications:• Possession of Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification• Certifications earned, completed relevant training, or other documentation that illustrates depth of knowledge in electrical and mechanical HVAC equipment• Ability to understand control drawings• Experience with Building Management systems• Computer competency• Ability to work in mechanical and confined spaces Additional Comments Additional Information:University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and in keeping with our commitment, encourages women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans to apply.Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Carl Kirchgraber Telephone 716-264-3348 Fax xxx Email Address CK72@buffalo.edu Address Street xxx City Buffalo State NY Zip Code 14214 Notes on Applying Applications for this position will only be accepted online. To apply, please visit:https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/55663